The Alumni Association wants to thank everyone who participated in Homecoming 2014 and helped make the weekend such a great success!The festivities kicked-off with the Alumni Chapel on Thursday, October 2rd. Worship was led by Jake Marburger ('12), Mike Farrell ('12), Amanda Patrick ('11), and Trent Thompson (2010-12) and the chapel speaker was Dr. Joe Boysel (‘98). Later in the day students celebrated at a pep rally, followed by the Annual Torch Run through Downtown Circleville.The 23rd Annual Ohio Christian University and Linking Legacies golf tournament was a great success on Friday, October 3rd, as over 140 alumni and friends raised over $10,000 in support of student scholarships. In the evening, both current and past students gathered for the 8th Annual Gil Conley Homecoming Gospel Concert featuring the musical talents of The Collingsworth Family, Greater Vision, and The Talleys.Saturday morning over 80 participants came out to support the Josias Rodriguez Ministry Scholarship by running/walking in the 2nd Annual Run for Rodriguez 5K. The all-trail course and fall weather made for a scenic and memorable run to honor the life and legacy of our very first Homecoming King.This year the OCU baseball team got down to business and claimed the win over the alumni team in the Annual Alumni Baseball Game with a final score of 4-2.Current students and alumni enjoyed food and fellowship at the tailgating picnic, while the kids played on the inflatables.Then, in front of the enthusiastic homecoming crowd, the Men's Soccer team ousted visiting rival Kentucky Christian University with a 3-1 win. During halftime David Holt and Haley Shank were presented as the 2014 Homecoming King and Queen along with the entire Homecoming Court which included Alex McCrary, Katie Keep, Oscar Castro, Lyndsey Haas, Eli Prosper, Jazzmin Poole, Jacob Gideon, Natasha Hudnell, Prince Anokwah, and Aubri Paugh.The culmination of the homecoming weekend was the 3rd Annual Legacy Chapel held in Detty Chapel, and featuring the music of Matthew and Megan Harshbarger ('14), Audrey Grabbins ('92) and band, the OCU Chorale, and current traveling group Ablaze. Chase Smith ('09) was the master-of-ceremonies for the service with special guest speaker Dr. Keith Grove ('75). All in attendance were blessed with God’s overwhelming presence.Once again a sincere thank you to ALL who made Homecoming 2014 possible. It was an unforgettable weekend and we are excited for next year!
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Reunion 2022 to Culminate with OCU Night at Mount of Praise
Published: May 24, 2022
Ohio Christian University alumni, their family and friends are invited to
Reunion2022: an all-day event on Saturday, June 25. Through alumni athletic
games, class reunions, our Trailblazer Celebration and dinner, our goal is to
build and cultivate stronger alumni engagement and relationships throughout
the OCU community. The evening will culminate with OCU Night at Mount of
Praise followed by our annual Ice Cream Social.
“This is always an exciting event, where alumni and their friends get to
celebrate the accomplishments and valuable contributions of Ohio
Christian’s own. We’ve
Ohio Christian University alumni, their family and friends are invited to
Reunion2022: an all-day event on Saturday, June 25. Through alumni athletic
games, class reunions, our Trailblazer Celebration and dinner, our goal is to
build and cultivate stronger alumni engagement and relationships throughout
the OCU community. The evening will culminate with OCU Night at Mount of
Praise followed
Ohio Christian University alumni, their family and friends are invited to
Reunion2022: an all-day event on Saturday, June 25. Through alumni athletic
games, class reunions, our Trailblazer
C.S. Lewis is Coming to Ohio Christian University
Published: December 22, 2021
Ohio Christian University is excited to bring “The Most Reluctant
Convert” to its Circleville Campus. There will be one show only, on
January 15, 2022, at 1:00 PM in the Ministry and Performing Arts Center
(MPAC). This Fellowship for Performing Arts production has toured the United
States from New York to California and played on campuses such as Princeton,
Vanderbilt, Wheaton, UNC-Chapel Hill, and many other esteemed institutions of
higher learning. Using C.S. Lewis’ own words, award-winning actor Max
McLean brings the brilliant Oxford fellow to life, taking us on his
extraordinary
Ohio Christian University is excited to bring “The Most Reluctant
Convert” to its Circleville Campus. There will be one show only, on
January 15, 2022, at 1:00 PM in the Ministry and Performing Arts Center
(MPAC). This Fellowship for Performing Arts production has toured the United
States from New York to California and played on campuses such as Princeton,
Vanderbilt, Wheaton, UNC-Chapel
Ohio Christian University is excited to bring “The Most Reluctant
Convert” to its Circleville Campus. There will be one show only, on
January 15, 2022, at 1:00 PM in the Ministry and Performing
Columbus Symphony to Perform in Ministry & Performing Arts Center
Published: November 19, 2021
The beloved Columbus Symphony holiday tradition of Holiday Pops returns in
2021 with spectacular performances of popular holiday songs and classic
carols. Conductor Ron Jenkins will lead the Columbus Symphony in
performances of “Winter Wonderland,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,”
“Sleigh Ride,” “All I Want for Christmas is You,” and many more.
About The Columbus Symphony Orchestra:
Since 1951, the Columbus Symphony (CSO) has been proud to serve as central
Ohio’s flagship music performance organization. The CSO’s musicians,
conductors, chorus, and world-renowned guest artists
The beloved Columbus Symphony holiday tradition of Holiday Pops returns in
2021 with spectacular performances of popular holiday songs and classic
carols. Conductor Ron Jenkins will lead the Columbus Symphony in
performances of “Winter Wonderland,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,”
“Sleigh Ride,” “All I Want for Christmas is You,” and many more.
About The Columbus Symphony Orchestra:
The beloved Columbus Symphony holiday tradition of Holiday Pops returns in
2021 with spectacular performances of popular holiday songs and classic
carols. Conductor Ron Jenkins will lead the
2021 Summer Celebration Picnic
Published: August 6, 2021
Ohio Christian University held its first ever Summer Celebration Picnic on
Friday, July 16, 2021. This was a time for OCU Alumni, donor partners and
community members to get together and enjoy Food, Friends and Fellowship. In
spite of some scattered storms, many people of all ages gathered together.
OCU’s on-site dining service, Simply Delicious by Hallmark, provided a
wonderful picnic dinner, while guests enjoyed the music ministry of The Lore
Family (Portsmouth, OH) and Richard Jordan (Nashville, TN).
University faculty and staff members also stayed for the evening event.
Worship
Ohio Christian University held its first ever Summer Celebration Picnic on
Friday, July 16, 2021. This was a time for OCU Alumni, donor partners and
community members to get together and enjoy Food, Friends and Fellowship. In
spite of some scattered storms, many people of all ages gathered together.
OCU’s on-site dining service, Simply Delicious by Hallmark, provided a
wonderful picnic
Ohio Christian University held its first ever Summer Celebration Picnic on
Friday, July 16, 2021. This was a time for OCU Alumni, donor partners and
community members to get together and enjoy Food
30th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament Raises Over $40,000 for Students
Published: July 1, 2021
Ohio Christian University's 30th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament was held
on Saturday, June 19th, at the Pickaway Country Club Golf Course. Four-person
teams enjoyed a round of golf, raising over $40,000 to fund scholarships for
current students. These OCU Scholarships are awarded to current campus
students each year at the Annual Scholarship Banquet.
"The annual OCU golf tournament is one of our major fundraising events for
student scholarships – and is also a great way to connect with donors who
love golf and love our students", explained OCU President Dr. Jon Kulaga.
"With over
Ohio Christian University's 30th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament was held
on Saturday, June 19th, at the Pickaway Country Club Golf Course. Four-person
teams enjoyed a round of golf, raising over $40,000 to fund scholarships for
current students. These OCU Scholarships are awarded to current campus
students each year at the Annual Scholarship Banquet.
"The annual OCU golf tournament is
Ohio Christian University's 30th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament was held
on Saturday, June 19th, at the Pickaway Country Club Golf Course. Four-person
teams enjoyed a round of golf, raising
Archived Articles of Interest
29th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament Raises $30,000 for Students
Published: November 13, 2020
Ohio Christian University’s 29th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
occurred on Friday, October 2nd at the Pickaway Golf Course. Twenty-five
four-person teams enjoyed a round of golf raising over $30,000 to fund
scholarships for current students. These OCU Scholarships are awarded to
current campus students each spring at the Annual Scholarship Banquet.
"The golf tournament is one our major fund-raising events for student
scholarships,” explained OCU President Dr. Jon Kulaga. “The engagement
and generosity of each of the golfers is critical to our ability to assist
OCU students with
Ohio Christian University’s 29th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
occurred on Friday, October 2nd at the Pickaway Golf Course. Twenty-five
four-person teams enjoyed a round of golf raising over $30,000 to fund
scholarships for current students. These OCU Scholarships are awarded to
current campus students each spring at the Annual Scholarship Banquet.
"The golf tournament is one our major
Ohio Christian University’s 29th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
occurred on Friday, October 2nd at the Pickaway Golf Course. Twenty-five
four-person teams enjoyed a round of golf raising over $
Engage Conference 2020 POSTPONED (due to COVID-19 concerns)
Published: January 26, 2020
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19 CONCERNS
In compliance with Governor DeWine's announcement (3/12/20) concerning
coronavirus precautions and a ban prohibiting mass gatherings of more than
100 people, Ohio Christian University has postponed (Fall) the Engage
Conference that was scheduled in the Ministry
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19 CONCERNS
In compliance with Governor DeWine's announcement (3/12/20) concerning
coronavirus precautions and a ban prohibiting mass gatherings of more than
100 people, Ohio Christian University has postponed (Fall) the Engage
Conference that was scheduled in the Ministry
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19 CONCERNS
In compliance with Governor DeWine's announcement (3/12/20) concerning
coronavirus precautions and a ban prohibiting mass gatherings of more
Festival of Carols Shares Message of Christ
Published: December 10, 2019
The Ohio Christian University Music Department shared an impactful message of
Christ’s birth in its annual Christmas concert, Festival of Carols. The
concert presented this story of glory to audiences of almost 500 on both Dec.
7 and 8 in the Ministry
The Ohio Christian University Music Department shared an impactful message of
Christ’s birth in its annual Christmas concert, Festival of Carols. The
concert presented this story of glory to audiences of almost 500 on both Dec.
7 and 8 in the Ministry
The Ohio Christian University Music Department shared an impactful message of
Christ’s birth in its annual Christmas concert, Festival of Carols. The
concert presented this story of glory to
Band and Vocal Students Among the 'Stars and the Moon'
Published: November 8, 2019
In 1969, Apollo 11 launched from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida,
carrying what would soon be the first men to ever set foot on the Moon. Ohio
Christian University will celebrate this historic event with a concert titled
Stars and the Moon, featuring Ohio Christian’s band and vocal students. The
show will lift off on Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. in the Ministry
In 1969, Apollo 11 launched from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida,
carrying what would soon be the first men to ever set foot on the Moon. Ohio
Christian University will celebrate this historic event with a concert titled
Stars and the Moon, featuring Ohio Christian’s band and vocal students. The
show will lift off on Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. in the Ministry
In 1969, Apollo 11 launched from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida,
carrying what would soon be the first men to ever set foot on the Moon. Ohio
Christian University will celebrate this
Homecoming Celebration Hosts Warm Reception Despite Cold Day
Published: October 16, 2019
Ohio Christian University’s Homecoming and Family Day 2019 welcomed over
400 alumni and their family members home on Oct. 12. The atmosphere was warm
and lively despite the chilly fall weather that forced many of the events
inside.
The day started early with 74 participants shrugging off temperatures in the
mid-40’s as they ran or walked in the 7th annual Josias Rodriguez 5k
Run/Walk. The event is held in memory of a much-loved ministry student who
tragically lost his life in a hiking accident. Josias Rodriguez’s mom spoke
briefly at the start of the race with his dad firing the
Ohio Christian University’s Homecoming and Family Day 2019 welcomed over
400 alumni and their family members home on Oct. 12. The atmosphere was warm
and lively despite the chilly fall weather that forced many of the events
inside.
The day started early with 74 participants shrugging off temperatures in the
mid-40’s as they ran or walked in the 7th annual Josias Rodriguez 5k
Run/Walk. The
Ohio Christian University’s Homecoming and Family Day 2019 welcomed over
400 alumni and their family members home on Oct. 12. The atmosphere was warm
and lively despite the chilly fall weather that